10 Men's Style Mistakes You Do NOT Want To Make

[@austengray9249]

Adding pictures of the mistakes and how to do it right, would make the vid extra good. Anyways thank you!

[@hespokestyle]

Austen Gray good feedback. Thank you.

[@moodyguymick]

Agreed.

[@jackpolanen]

right on target

[@hendowg713]

Agree 👍🏻

[@lexnite22]

I've seen guys in wedding photos wearing suspenders and a belt together.

[@hespokestyle]

lexnite22 that's too bad...for them, that is.

[@Joe-pb3bm]

The old joke goes: That's a sign he's an Insurance Man. LOL!

[@philipekema4315]

Guilty! We're still married though

[@rockeye]

You're welcome: 1. Wearing coats/blazers that are too large. 2. Wearing crew neck t-shirt under button up. 3. Not removing jacket pocket/vent stitching. 4. Untucked button up shirt with blazer. 5. Trousers too long. 6. Jacket/Suit too tight. 7. Wearing graphic t-shirts. 8. Poor quality footwear. 9. Matching exactly. 10. Wearing a tie bar when wearing a waist coat.

[@snakedr67]

I always say, “Fashion is what everyone does. What YOU do with fashion is style.”

[@paulcusentino4917]

I am becoming more refined and pay attention to most rules when it comes to fashion. However, my Nirvana t-shirt will never retire.

[@hespokestyle]

And it should not. I was a teenager in the early 90s. I feel you.

[@arthurdoctolero8813]

Paul Cusentino I feel you buddy. I’m 41 and I still have a Pearl Jam and nWo shirt. Heck, I even have a Scandal (Japanese rock band) shirt.

[@vincentaguirre313]

Never, sir! That’s a keeper.

[@119Agent]

Suit jacket over a Nirvana shirt, jeans, and 2-tone wingtip tuxedo shoes. The Gen X power outfit.

[@ericjohnson7950]

I agree with every tip but "no crew neck t-shirt under a button-down shirt" tip. I think there is a distinction between a t-shirt and an undershirt. I agree that a crew neck undershirt should not show under a button-down dress shirt, but wearing a high-quality (sufficiently heavy cotton, for example) crew neck t-shirt under a casual button down shirt (whether the outer shirt is buttoned or unbuttoned) makes utilitarian sense on a crisp fall or spring day and doesn't look bad at all. Indeed, it's a layering opportunity from a styling perspective and a classic style.

[@felixreyes416]

it'd be more informative if you provide photos of the do's and donts

[@Mr-R.R.]

I agree with ALL but one: number 7. I think in this day and age there's no such thing as being a "grown up" simply because you now don't wear graphic Ts anymore.

[@ghcheong]

You forgot one of my personal pet peeve that I see people do all the time. Wearing a belt and suspenders at the same time. Comes back to redundancy again but I really don't see the point.

[@hespokestyle]

Good one. Braces aren't super common among "regular" dudes so I don't see that one as often, but you're right on. Thanks for the comment!

[@fc4570govt]

Braces should really not be showing. Keep your jacket on and buttoned when you are standing/walking. If you are wearing a waist coat under a jacket you can get away with the jacket being unbuttoned. You don't need the belt in either case.

[@fofocho71]

If someone uses belt and suspenders at the same time, he hasn’t a style issue, he has an IQ issue

[@BramClaes]

Belts have replaced suspenders in common day wear, so when people wear suspenders, they do it as a fashion statement; i.e "look how classic & old fashioned I dress!". In doing so, they forget the practical application of suspenders (keeping your pants up), and go on and wear a belt at the same time. Same thing with having them visible: back in the heyday of suspenders, they would be covered up with a waistcoat, but nowadays, it's an accessory in its own right

[@paulmunro3175]

It looks like do do on steroids.Clem has arrived uptown only missing a squirting boutonnière to complete the dis-ensemble.

[@kbrett2004]

I have been guilty of wearing my dress shirt outside my jeans with a jacket and thinking I was hip. I now regret that looking back on it. Good vid and I enjoyed it as always.

[@mircoalva]

Can you

[@simonmoses4023]

I have to take note of the last point on your list : tie bar & waistcoat - the purpose of a waistcoat is not to hold your tie in place! The purpose of a waistcoat is to add another layer to keep your warm (the orginal purpose) and to add depth to the suit/outfit. Although the tie can be held in place while wearing a waistcoat, not all ties will stay in place, silk madder ties is one I've found that do need a tie bar or pin at times. More course/rough kinds of knits do stay in place. Just saying! Love the videos BTW!

[@johnmartin2470]

I would refrain from purchasing shoes from cole Hahn

[@idiota115]

"department of redundancy department" haha - anyway, great vid!! thx

[@hespokestyle]

You got it! Appreciate the comment.

[@gurmukhgurm3146]

Ryan Gosling pulled crew neck t shirt under a dress shirt pretty well in La La Land... but at the end of the day he is Ryan freaking Gosling

[@hespokestyle]

MiKe BennING haha. True. True.

[@Myrslokstok]

MiKe BennING He is a true master he can break all rules, true.

[@hespokestyle]

Indeed.

[@vikramkoppikar4677]

To be honest, he wore a pajama shirt, to the Cannes premiere of his movie. He is legendary.

[@Joe-pb3bm]

The "White" (Presidential) Pocket Square is a classic. You can't go wrong. A few of different textures is great.

[@thistleclockworks1292]

Well said and laid out. This is a great tutorial for guys starting to pay attention to their wardrobe. We’ve all unwittingly made these gaffs. No real crime, just a part of learning some sartorial guidelines.

[@icecreamforcrowhurst]

‘If it looks right it is right’. Interesting. My favorite expression used by musicians is: ‘If it sounds good it IS good’

[@whiteclawactual4922]

I did not know about undoing the stitching on jackets, good point, also agree with the graphic T-Shirt, only wear them if I am working around my house or doing things that could ruin good shirts!

[@hespokestyle]

Thanks for the comment!

[@OneTalaw]

You highlighted a number of good points of what men should NOT do, so let me touch on a couple: trousers/pants length..... long is bad, but short is worse...you ever see those who wear their trousers/pants to where you can see their ankles (socks).....get the length correct whether that is single break or whatever suits the individual. Sorry to tell you that a good tailor can also fix the shoulders of a suit jacket/sport coat, so long as it is big (material can not grow) so the size/fit can be reduced. My advice to anyone wanting to look good in clothing is to find yourself a very good tailor, as no clothing ever fits everyone perfectly off the rack. Nice video keep’em coming 👍

[@laniersmith1798]

Bravo! Loved this. You got it so very right. Once you know the rules then you can create your personal style and even bend a few. I always keep in mind what Coco Chanel once said. "Fashion fades only style remains"

[@hespokestyle]

Lanier Smith cheers, my man. Thanks for chiming in!

[@qarhsi]

1) ill-fitting clothes in general. too big/small or loose/tight anything. doesn't need to be a jacket only. 2) wearing shoes that are not appropriate with the clothes i.e. athletic looking shoes with non-athletic apparel! please continue to make more videos like this :D

[@joserauldino]

Great video. I have a few more style mistakes that I see: 1. Accessories you wear that don't match your clothes. For example: rubber digital gym watch worn with suit, or black plastic wraparound sunglasses with a suit, or suit with belt that doesn't match colour of shoes. 2. Quality shoes yes, but make sure they are polished and that laces are not frayed 3. Collar stays - make sure they are inserted unless you are ok with collars looking floppy 4. Wearing dress shoes or loafers and appear 'sockless' - by not wearing socks! Wear 'no show' socks if you want that look. Don't go barefeet - you will smell up your shoes and ruin them! 5. Wearing a suit that is wrinkled. #1 - always hang your suit #2 never wrap your suit jacket around the frame of a chair #3 invest in a garment steamer or get your suit pressed if it is too wrinkled but not ready to be dry cleaned

[@nikskou]

That pairing of blazer, shirt and pocket square is beyond awesome. Even most style bloggers would not dare go near that sport coat but your combo and execution is perfect. 100% outside the box thinking.

[@F4bb318]

2 buttons undone on a shirt is the nr 1 style mistake

[@thai-anhnguyen5527]

Snabbe_Fabbe I read the comments just to find this post.

[@stephenwilliams1269]

I like this man. He is informative, concise and like some of us been there done that and have on reflection owned our own bad style judgements. Hie is also not condescending to guys that have either no idea or unsure, none of us start this journey knowing all the answers and more importantly no one shoe fits all.

[@s.j.hunter3995]

I think wearing a team sport or other graphic t-shirt is OK in a very casual atmosphere, at the beach, at home, going to Home Depot on the weekend. Wearing a Flash or Green Hornet Tee might work if you are a Physicist at CALTech. The old adage is true, dress according to the occassion.

[@walkerskii]

I do agree that fake vintage embroidered t-shirts are silly, but there's nothing wrong with wearing a Lakers or Dodgers t-shirt or even a surf or skate logo t-shirt. You probably agree to not take that rule too seriously and miss out on having fun

[@JasonDebly]

Besides shoulder width, I would add jacket length is a common area of mistake. Too long or too short, the trick to prevent it is to ensure the jacket length ends at the thumb knuckle when you make a gentle fist with your arms at your sides.

[@MrOstefar]

Thank you for this video and for the non-snobbish approach to the subject.

[@robbiemacgregor5800]

Wearing a tie bar with a waistcoat has the same energy as wearing both a belt and suspenders

[@peearejaywilkinson3657]

5 years later and still great info

[@OneTalaw]

Spot on ! 👍 other KZbinrs have now copied your video into their channels.

[@aaronpluto9995]

I'd add that one should rarely wear a tie lighter than your shirt. There are a few exceptions like a yellow tie with a blue shirt (done well), however, AVOID the black shirt white tie combo and most garish colored dress shirts.

[@tedwilliams765]

I'm guilty of wearing suit jackets not fitting properly in the past, I'm getting better and no what to look for now!!great video!!

[@brandonbandstra226]

Bro couture lol. I appreciate your humor and videos. You rock

[@Eagles.Fan.Since.Super.Bowl.52]

I believe there are very few graphic T shirts that are acceptable at certain times. My favorite is the one that says I HATE SHOPPING! on the front of the shirt, and NOT! on the back.

[@ianchange]

Wow, love this blazer, where did you get it?

[@willg7836]

This was a solid video but I love how great the channel has become in the past 5 years

[@real_fjcalabrese]

You left out wearing a belt and suspenders at the same time.

[@subhanmominrijal3881]

That’s very rare

[@johnnyblaze2257]

For people like me with a flat ass!

[@2011maverickschamps]

Tie bar & waistcoat combo is completely fire in Peaky Blinders though 🥲

[@26OY]

Pleasant, detailed, open minded yet reasonable and correct, and I like the ending. Been a subscriber for years and this channel never disappoints.

[@aarenmohite7395]

I have noticed Hollywood actors on the red carpets in designer tuxedo with trousers length not hemmed correctly Another style mistake is shoes not polished

[@pkbuyshousescom]

Good stuff. I too never understood the tie bar and waist coast thing. That's like wear a belt and suspenders.

[@spyrosdedes3145]

i liked the last "mistake" its like wearing suspenders with a waist!

[@orlandopizano9432]

You left put a HUGE one, belt + suspenders. More often than not, guys who are trying to be 'original' and pull off suspenders, are using belts too...

[@feeliplee]

My personal pet peeve - brown leather shoes with black leather belts (or vice versa). Like what?

[@tallandhandsome29]

Putting that shirt with that jacket should be No. 1.

[@rohittheinvincible]

Thanks for the advice Brian. Very valuable

[@TFM8]

I would add, buying a good pair of shoes and not taking care of them. You can have a John Lobb but if you don't clean, polish and put shoe trees they will look bad after months of continued use.. same applies for suits and hanging them properly

[@hespokestyle]

Very true! Thanks for that addition.

[@user-un2qr4uu3t]

Biggest pet peeve Wearing a belt with suspenders and what makes it worse one of those tacky designer belt. Also considering a specific sneaker as dress shoes.

[@adrielrowley]

Great points! Glad someone mentioned if the shoulders don't fit, no go. Slightly disagree with the shoulders based on research. You are correct for softer shoulders, however, some structured shoulders are a tad wider to further enhance the shoulder. In that case, too wide if the top of the sleeve dimples, at most should be strait down. Hope this helps someone. Will add belt loops on dress pants, especially light colors, without a belt. I am even more extreme and say no loops on suits, spoils the lines.

[@alloyrocker]

I've worn a well fitted camp collar shirt with a blazer. Actually got compliments for it.

[@hespokestyle]

Sweet!

[@williamduong5475]

Really surprised this one wasn't listed. Buttoning ALL your buttons on your suit/jacket/waistcoat. Even the bottom one!

[@Jessie_Helms]

I disagree on tie bars mixed with vests. It depends entirely on the lapels & gorge of the vest. If you have a very high gorge, such as with a notched lapel or many no lapel vests, yes it is redundant and looks bad. However, if you have a low cut, especially with a double breasted or Shaw lapel, it can still look stylish and functional.

[@smitty923]

I agree with all these EXCEPT t shirts.... love a good Wu-Tang t on the weekends. Can’t be too serious ALL the time...

[@hespokestyle]

Ain't nothin' to...

[@leonstevens1382]

I agree totally regarding tie bars. Tie bars should not be worn at all unless one is operating dangerous machinery in a tie. Tie bars look suburban and adolescent. Even worse are tie pins, which have destroyed many a splendid tie.

[@leepuihin]

Black belt brown shoes vice versa

[@hespokestyle]

Definitely.

[@miguelcardenas233]

Great tips Best regard from Monterrey, Mexico

[@justinborland7296]

It's amazing you don't have as many subscribers as the other mens channels. You're the best on KZbin.

[@TheDanielduong]

I love the fabric of your jacket... what exactly is it?

[@Josh_H00]

Dan E L Looks a linen jacket from suitsupply

[@shelby9445]

So glad i found this channel

[@dlbbyers]

Great advice for looking good 👍

[@jeffhreid]

Often when people say complement they actually mean coordinate. A complement is an opposite which add vibrancy red and green are complementary colors red and orange are adjacent and may coordinate but do not complement each other.

[@Rob_-dv6ei]

I hate seeing people button up both buttons on a suit jacket - especially on TV shows where there should be a script supervisor on standby to check if it’s all correct.

[@greggieo]

I feel bad , stupid and brought down as low as possible.

[@derkvanderlinden3680]

Point 1 is correct and i agree but i think in addition you can mention that the width of the armhole is also something a tailor cant alter

[@thomasmargolis3313]

You put the disclaimer out, and acknowledge the subjective nature of the matter. You speak what you do, and it is your content.

[@dudove1]

I always say, if you're gonna break the rules. U gotta look good doing it.

[@hespokestyle]

Agreed.

[@euanelliott8068]

Any man who regards himself as cool and stylish will disregard rules and have the smarts and self belief to make his own steps instead of wearing anothers shoes.

[@laurentbuchet5674]

Great list, like your blazer a lot. Which brand it is?

[@bradferguson9840]

Hi there. You mentioned tie bars in the video. I was curious... do you think tie bars look good/are fashionable in 2021? Thanks.

[@hespokestyle]

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[@bradferguson9840]

@@hespokestyle Perfect. Thank you.

[@westfieldartworks8188]

I just subscribed yesterday. I'm finding this to be an excellent channel!! If I were to add one, I would say wearing dressy black oxford's with blue jeans. I know that's kind of a given....every knows it, or SHOULD know it, but so many seem to keep trying to rock that style. It doesn't work,...it never has....and it still doesn't. Thank you.

[@r.douglas5695]

You do a great service to the younger guys . This should be taught in school !

[@hespokestyle]

Hahaha. Thanks for the comment.

[@bittmanbobby]

I matched my pocket square and tie because my suit was a wine color and it worked. I get you're not supposed to match them but there are exceptions to every rule

[@NateInDC]

Good stuff, but I like novelty t-shirts, well I like wearing t-shirts with bands from the 70s i.e. Earth Wind & Fire, Chicago, etc printed on the front

[@andrew1212w]

I prefer my pants and jeans to have a full break I don’t like showing my socks and ankles. I hate fellas who wear a crew neck t-shirt under a dress shirt. Nice video please keep them coming.

[@hespokestyle]

Many thanks!

[@Incredible_Mister_J]

Extra tip: when wearing cowboy boots, opt for boot cut or straight fit jeans

[@crisyorke1328]

I don't want to remove the vent or stitching on my 5.5k Stefano Ricci jacket and 21k Brioni overcoat is because I want it to look new. LOL

[@eivindtop1869]

It`s true that both the waistcoat and the tie bar keep the tie in place. However, I sometimes like to give my tie a bit of a lift. This is easily done with a tie bar. I don`t think it should be a problem to wear both items as long as the tie bar is hidden behind the waistcoat.

[@heathwasson7811]

Shoulders can absolutely be tailored. Any good tailor should be able to do it, but especially any tailor that makes bespoke suits will be more than capable of performing the alteration. Mine charges a little over $100 for it. I had a Corneliani jacket shoulders done, and it's perfect.

[@arisatienzavlogs]

Nice video..what i’ve like most it no.7 ironic tshirts..that is very well explained..Time to grow up,,nowadays less people would not understand it unless their partner or someone cares to tell them..

[@hespokestyle]

Cheers, my man! Thanks for the comment.

[@oscar87171]

Don't forget the wearing men suspenders and belt at the same time!!

[@hespokestyle]

Good one.

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

Don't agree with #4; #5 just turn the jeans up; #10 I wouldn't have thought of that, but I wouldn't wear either. All other points I agree with. Excellent video

[@hespokestyle]

+1990 many thanks. Appreciate the comment.

[@nickkenis1615]

A huge peeve of mine is when I see someone that fastens both or all the buttons on their coat. The bottom one should always stay as is. I see lots of men making this mistake. Also, the double windsor needs to go away. Four in hand/double four in hand only.

[@hespokestyle]

Preaching to the choir.

[@i20010]

Very helpful, thank you!

[@hespokestyle]

Very welcome. Cheers.

[@gentwithin]

Love it Brian! Looking forward to seeing more of you on YT!

[@hespokestyle]

Cheers, my brother! Will probably be ramping up into August.

[@season2463]

Very Good !

[@n.h187]

If you want to seem dressy but causal add a little sprezatura to your outfit. Make your second blade longer than your first on your tie, or wear you watch on top of your shirt cuff. And yes I love Gianni Agnelli, the man is a legend!

[@gbrl89]

I would add another one that is pretty common in my country that is to wear only black suits. Most men think black suits are suitable to any occasion. Last year I had to wear a black suit because my friend was going to get married and I had been invited to be one of his groomsmen 🤷🏻‍♂️. And before I forget, the pink tie was complementing it. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@crow2swann5]

I wish you would show examples of each.

[@atheistmercenary7464]

Crew neck is always a “no” under a jacket thanks for the great video keep it up man

[@BEM_01]

Tailors can actually fix the shoulder area but it is not recommendable because it will cost too much.

[@alanwhite7912]

Wearing a tie bar & a waist coat...that's a little picky. The rest though are spot on.

[@hespokestyle]

Personal pet peeve.

[@mtndiscman]

On a trench coat...do you cut the stitch on the flap on the back of the coat?

[@suncity22001]

yes

[@moodyguymick]

Some good points here.

[@zanekhan1140]

that Jacket looks so great ! where is that from ?

[@shoesnob7987]

You shouldn’t list Allen Edmonds in the same category as Cole Haan. AE’s are much nicer! Great videos!

[@MeepMeep88]

NOT wearing an undershirt with your dress shirt is considered gross where I live (midwest). Maybe because it's cold most of the year but it's equivalent to not wearing underwear lol. I guess it's part of the style if you want to show off your chesticles but.. It's a bit much for midwest. Like the one this video, won't see anyone do that unless they're from the coast probably. It's like wearing a jacket before it snows even though the temperature is technically "snow weather".

[@TheDanishSpaceman]

This video has the best message of all style influencers I have ever seen. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@coreyhodges7419]

Me (2021): Agree with you completely Me (2010): 🔥 Stop roasting me! 🔥

[@hameed9727]

can you please do a video on how to wear tan shoes?i just ordered a pair of AE Strands in Walnut and need some ideas.Would really appreciate it.